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Desmodur IL 1451 BA

Characterization Desmodur IL 1451 BA is an aromatic polyisocyanate based on toluene

diisocyanate.

It is suitable as a hardener component for fast drying, two-component

polyurethane coatings.

Form supplied Form supplied is approximately 51% in butyl acetate.

Characteristic data
Property Value Unit of measurement Method
NCO content 7.4 ± 0.2 %
Non-volatile content 51.0 ± 2.0 %
o
(0.2 g / 60 min / 120 C)
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Viscosity (23 C) 250 ± 75 mPa∙s
Color value (Iodine) ≤ 1.0
Monomer content < 0.50 %

Other data*
Property Value Unit of measurement Method
Equivalent weight approx. 570
Flash point approx. 26 °C
Density at 20 C
o approx. 1.07 g/ml

*These values provide general information and are not part of the product specification.

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Desmodur IL 1451 BA

Solubility / thinnability
Compatibility
Properties / Applications
Generally speaking, Desmodur IL 1451 BA is well suited to thinning with esters
such as ethyl acetate, butyl acetate, 1-methoxyproplyacetate-2 and aromatic
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hydrocarbons such as toluene, xylene, Solvesso 100 and
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ShellSol A. The solutions formed must be tested for their storage stability. In
particular, prolonged storage of a solution with low binder content may result in
turbidity and sedimentation. The product cannot be reduced with mineral spirit.
Alcohols react with Desmodur IL 1451 BA and therefore may not be used. Only
PU grade solvents (< 0.05 % water, free of other reactive impurities) may be
used.
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Desmodur IL 1451 BA is compatible with Desmophen A 450 polyacrylate,
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many polyester-based Desmophen grades and with alkyd resin, including
combinations with nitrocellulose. In the critical combinations, Desmodur IL
1451 BA exhibits better compatibility than the standard products based on TDI
isocyanurates. Desmodur IL 1451 BA can be combined with Desmodur L and
also with Desmodur HL and Desmodur N. The compatibility of Desmodur IL
1451 BA with the other formulation components must be tested in advance.
The two-component polyurethane systems formulated with Desmodur IL 1451
BA are characterized by their very rapid initial drying and early sandability,
making them ideal for the industrial coating of wood and furniture. An NCO/OH
ratio of approximately 0.5 - 0.7 is recommended as a function of the reactivity
and hardness of the polyol. With an NCO/OH ratio of 1:1, the Desmodur IL
1451 BA must be combined with Desmodur L. In this case, the optimal ratio
of the Desmodur L / IL 1451 is a function of polyol hardness and the required
drying time. The low viscosity and high reactivity of the Desmodur IL 1451 BA
enables the formulation of clear and colored coatings with high solids contents.
These can be applied quickly and only a few coats are required.

As with any product, use of Desmodur IL 1451 BA in a given application must

be tested (including but not limited to field testing) in advance by the user to
determine suitability.
Handling information The product is used mainly as a hardener in coating materials or
adhesives. The handling of coating materials or adhesives containing reactive
polyisocyanates and residual monomeric TDI requires appropriate protective
measures referred to in the safety data sheet. These products may therefore
be used only in industrial or trade applications. They are not suitable for use
in homeworker (DIY) applications.

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Storage Desmodur IL 1451 BA should be stored in tightly sealed original containers and
protected from moisture, heat, and foreign materials. The product is sensitive
to moisture. Storage at higher temperatures may result in increased viscosity.
Recommended storage temperature is 0º-30ºC.
Storage time Desmodur IL 1451 BA has a shelf life of nine months from date of receipt at
customer, provided the material is stored in sealed original containers at the
recommended storage temperature.
Other information ® ®
Desmodur and Desmophen are registered trademarks of Covestro AG.
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Solvesso is a registered trademark of Exxon.
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ShellSol is a trademark of Shell.Handling instructions
Health and Safety Information Appropriate literature has been assembled which provides information
concerning the health and safety precautions that must be observed when
handling this product. Before working with this product, you must read
and become familiar with the available information on its risks, proper
use, and handling. This cannot be overemphasized. Information is available
in several forms, e.g., safety data sheets and product labels. For further
information contact your Covestro LLC representative or the Product Safety
and Regulatory Affairs Department in Pittsburgh, PA.

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Editor: Covestro LLC
1 Covestro Circle
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15205 Contact:
United States CA Single Point of Contact Office
www.covestro.com Tel. 412-413-3983
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